By applying tags to customers, you can create targeted segments for personalized marketing campaigns and improved customer service.
What are Customer Tags?
Customer tags are labels that you can assign to customers to group them by shared characteristics. Tags are flexible and customizable, allowing you to create categories that make sense for your specific business needs.
Key Features
Multiple tags per customer: Each customer can have several tags assigned to them
Multiple customers per tag: Each tag can be applied to as many customers as needed
Flexible categorization: Create custom tags that align with your business requirements
Segmentation ready: Use tags to create targeted customer segments for marketing and communication
Common Tag Examples
Spending Behavior
VIPHigh SpenderFrequent BuyerFirst Time Customer
Demographics
Local CustomerInternationalBusiness Customer
Product Preferences
Fashion ForwardHealth Conscious
Engagement Level
Newsletter SubscriberLoyalty Program MemberReview Writer
How to Apply a Customer Tag
Click into a customer profile > Scroll to "Add Tags"
Create a Tag or add an existing tags
Segmenting Customers with Tags
Tags become powerful when used for customer segmentation:
Creating Segments
Go to Customers > Messaging > Segments in the Vendora Porta
Click "Create New Segment"
Set conditions based on tags (e.g., "Has tag: VIP" AND "Has tag: Electronics Enthusiast")
Name your segment and save
Using Segments for Marketing
Send targeted emails/texts to specific tag groups or enroll specific tag groups into a journey
Best Practices
Tag Naming Conventions
Be consistent: Use a standardized naming format
Keep it simple: Use clear, descriptive names
Avoid duplication: Check existing tags before creating new ones
Tag Management
Regular review: Periodically audit your tags to remove unused ones
Team training: Ensure all team members understand your tagging system
Limit tag quantity: Focus on the most useful tags to avoid overwhelming your system
Getting Started
Plan your strategy: Decide what customer attributes matter most to your business
Create initial tags: Start with 5-10 essential tags
Tag existing customers: Apply tags to your current customer base
Create segments: Use tags to build targeted customer groups
Launch campaigns: Test your segmentation with targeted marketing

